Weights of the Bible: Replicas (lead cast). In ancient times a merchant would have two sets of weights: one set that was heavy for selling items, and another set that was lighter for buying things. Proverbs 20:23 states, "Divers weights are an abomination unto the LORD; and a false balance is not good." The set includes: Judean 1/4 Shekel weight, Judean pyramid weight, Canaanite ax shaped weight, Roman square weight, Phoenician cube weight, Philisto/Arab weight. Mounted in a clear plastic box, 4 1/2 by 3 1/2 inches with information on the back.